CSC Update: SEPTEMBER 2024
CSC Update is a regular communication from Campus Stores Canada to keep members informed of industry updates and CSC’s current projects and initiatives.
IN THIS ISSUE:
What’s ahead:
CSC has finalized our schedule for upcoming virtual sessions this year. There may be changes to topics, and the exact dates may change, but here is everything we have planned for the year ahead! Just a note that all the times below are in Eastern Time, please don’t forget to convert to your local time zone.
Hot Products Showcase
Let’s recap: what sold during Rush? What didn’t? Join us for this store to store session to share hot products and ideas for general merchandise(GM).
September 19 at 12:00 PM ET
Industry Trends
Get insights from across the community
October 24 at 12:00 PM ET
Working Smarter, Not Harder
We all have to wear multiple hats and balance conflicting priorities. How do we make our stores more efficient?
November 21 at 12:00 PM ET
CAMPUS STORES CONFERENCE:
Mark your calendars and get ready for an electrifying event – the 2025 CSC Conference is heading to the Sheraton Fallsview in Niagara Falls, Ontario from January 27th to 30th, 2025!
This year's conference promises to be bigger and better than ever, offering a treasure trove of learning opportunities, networking events, and a chance to shape the future of campus stores.
Here's a sneak peek at what awaits you:
Member Registration Now Open! Secure your spot at the conference for just $299, an exclusive price for CSC members. Don't miss out on this incredible value!
Education Tracks Tailored for Your Needs: Dive deep into specialized tracks covering course materials, general merchandise, and more. Gain valuable insights and best practices to take your campus store to the next level.
Connect with Industry Leaders: The conference boasts a massive trade show featuring over 80 vendor partner booths. Network with industry experts, discover innovative products and services, and build lasting relationships.
Manager & Director Summit Meeting: Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with fellow campus store managers and directors. Share experiences, brainstorm ideas, and tackle industry challenges together.
Help Shape the Future of Course Materials Education! We value your input! Participate in our quick survey (it takes just seconds!) and choose your top three preferred topics for the course materials education track: Survey Link. The survey closes on September 17th, so make your voice heard!
Boost your vendor partners’ success at the CSC Conference!
Share the news: Let them know about the conference’s unique value to connect with 130+ key decision-makers.
Provide resources: Share the exhibitor information link and the conference poster.
Warm up the connection: CC google@campusstores.ca on your introduction email for a personalized follow-up.
Help your vendors make a lasting impression and expand their reach!
Niagara Falls Awaits!
We know you might be wondering about the venue shift – originally Montreal was announced. A full explanation for the change to the stunning Niagara Falls location is available at: Venue Change Explanation Link.
Don't miss out on this electrifying opportunity! Register now and secure your spot at the 2025 CSC Conference in Niagara Falls! We can't wait to see you there!
CELEBRATING
ANNETTE BRIGHT
bookstore manager
The University of Lethbridge invites you to recognize and celebrate Annette Bright, Bookstore Manager and past CSC President, and her contributions to the University of Lethbridge, Campus Stores Canada, and the community over the last 43 years.
You can celebrate with Annette in person:
University of Lethbridge
SCIENCE COMMONS ATRIUM
(1 Coulee Trail, Lethbridge, AB, T1K 6T5)
OCTOBER 9 | 2:00 - 4:00PM
Member and Industry News
This section of our CSC Update is a place where we can share your news. Share with us information including who is retiring from your store, who is new to your store, what is happening in the industry, share an interesting article you think other members should see. Please email greg@campusstores.ca information you would like highlighted in our next CSC Update.
Welcome OUR PARTNER: Staedtler
Staedtler is to be the largest European manufacturer of wood-cased pencils, overhead projector pens, mechanical pencils, leads, erasers, and modelling clays. Almost two thirds of the production take place in the four production facilities in Nuremberg, Germany, though some of its products are made in Japan. Its "Noris" line of pencils is extremely common in British schools.
News for this month!
Recent Posts in Member Space
Rhyanna Hobson of Algonquin College is needs to get in touch with Independent Publishers Group, do you have a contact?
Do you know how to get in contact with Fossil? Let Leah McNulty of Brock University know!
Sam Willis of Lakeland College is asking the CSC community for some help:
Do you individually price all products? Books in particular? Gm items?
What do you see as the pro’s & cons? i.e. time saving, risk of making items non-returnable?
What creative solutions have you come up with to advertise prices to your customers? Any & all pictures are welcome.
If you are a Bookware customer – what types of labels are you printing? Feedback?
Do you have copies of Clinical Massage Therapy Understanding, Assessing and treating (9780969817710)? Get in contact with Melissa Mellor of Mohawk College and give her a hand!
If you have questions you can get answers as well! Email books@campusstores.ca for course materials questions, merch@campusstores.ca for general merchandise questions, or members@campusstores.ca to reach everyone!
Happy to Help!
If you have any questions, need support, or are interested in becoming more involved with CSC, you can email me at greg@campusstores.ca or call me at 1 (888) 288-4044.